Radial head fracture

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Fall on an abducted arm.

Patient Data

Age: 60-year-old
Gender: Male

Elbow radiographs

x-ray

Nondisplaced fracture through the medial aspect of the radial head with intra-articular extension. Signs of joint effusion.

Case Discussion

Radial head fractures are relatively common injuries, especially in adults. 

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